| The English Setter Dog Breed
Country of Origin: The English Setter originated
in England.
Height: males 24-27 inches (61-69cm) females 23-26
inches (58-66cm)
Weight: males 55-80 pounds (25-36kg) females 45-70
pounds (20-32kg)
Description: The slim and beautiful English Setter
was originally bred for its hunting ability and not its
beauty. The English Setter's coat lies straight and smooth
over its back, fringing along its underside and the back of
its legs. The English Setter is in the Sporting group. |
Colors: Color Combinations include:
black & white, white & orange, white & lemon, white &
chestnut or tricolor. Speckling may be present.
Coat: The English Setter's coat requires regular
brushing in order to maintain its silky sheen. This breed is
an average shedder and should be checked for burrs and
tangles that can embed themselves in their fur.
Temperament: English Setters are extremely devoted
and love nothing more than to be part of their families.
They are sweet, gentle and placid and love to play, jump run
and dig. English Setters get along with children and love to
play with other dogs. This breed can be a barker, a habit
that should be discouraged at an early age. |
Health Concerns: Female English Setters are prone
to false pregnancies, this breed is prone to hip dysplasia
and should also not be overfed because they gain weight
easily.
Life Expectancy: The life expectancy of the
English Setters is about 10-12 years.
Living Environment: English Setters require lots
of exercise to match their stamina and active personalities.
They are inactive indoors and require a yard to play in.
English setters require daily exercise to be happy and
healthy. |
